Cruisers
2016Yamaha V Star 1300 Tourer
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The 2016 Yamaha V Star 1300 Tourer is a cruiser built for long-distance comfort, featuring touring-specific amenities like saddlebags and a windscreen. Its powerful, smooth V-twin engine and relaxed riding position appeal to riders seeking highway capability without sacrificing classic cruiser style. Known for reliability and low maintenance thanks to its hydraulic cam chain tensioner, it's ideal for experienced cruiser enthusiasts planning extended adventures.
- Capacity
- 1311.0 ccm
- Engine
- V-Twin, four-stroke
- Gearbox
- 5-speed
- Dry weight
- 303.0 kg
- Seat height
- 691 mm
- Power
- 74.0 HP (54.4 kW)
How it rides
Editorial estimate from the spec sheet - not lab tested- Best for
- Built for relaxed highway cruising and light touring with a passenger, thanks to its windscreen, saddlebags, and low-revving V-twin torque.
- Built for
- A laid-back, torque-driven V-twin cruiser character with classic styling, valuing smooth low-end pull over outright speed or sharp handling.
- Not ideal for
- Not for riders seeking sporty cornering performance, off-road capability, or a lightweight, flickable city commuter.
Scores are derived from the spec sheet using the same model across every bike, so they compare like for like.
Will it fit you?
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Engine
- Capacity
- 1311.0 ccm
- Power
- 74.0 HP (54.4 kW)
- CO2 Emissions
- 130 CO2 g/km
- Engine type
- V-Twin, four-stroke
- Fuel consumption
- 5.60 litres/100 km (17.9 km/l)
- Power/weight ratio
- 0.2442 HP/kg (dry)
- Bore x stroke
- 100.0 x 83.0 mm
- Compression
- 9.5:1
- Cooling system
- Liquid
- Fuel system
- Injection
- Starting
- Electric
- Ignition
- TCI
- Valves per cylinder
- 4
- Torque
- Not on record - add it
Transmission
- Gearbox
- 5-speed
- Transmission type
- Manual
- Final drive
- Belt
- Clutch
- Multiplate wet clutch
Dimensions & weight
- Wheelbase
- 1689 mm
- Overall length
- 2489 mm
- Overall width
- 1001 mm
- Overall height
- 1519 mm
- Seat height
- 691 mm
- Dry weight
- 303.0 kg
- Wet weight
- 323.0 kg
- Fuel capacity
- 18.60 litres
- Carrying capacity
- Saddle bags
Chassis & suspension
- Frame
- Double Cradle
- Front suspension
- 41mm Telescopic fork
- Rear suspension
- Single shock
- Front wheel travel
- 135 mm
- Rear wheel travel
- 109 mm
- Rake (fork angle)
- 29.0°
- Trail
- 102 mm
Brakes & wheels
- Front brakes
- Double disc. Hydraulic.
- Front brakes diameter
- 298 mm
- Rear brakes
- Single disc. Hydraulic.
- Rear brakes diameter
- 298 mm
- Front tyre
- 130/90-M16
- Rear tyre
- 170/70-B16
Other
- Color options
- Raspberry Metallic
- Warranty
- 12
- Comments
- Windscreen. Hydraulic cam chain tensioner reduces noise and maintenance.
Compiled from manufacturer documentation and user contributions, corrected on an ongoing basis. Spotted something wrong? Tell us.
What changed, year to year
Differences highlighted| Specification | 2007 | 2010 | 2012 | 2015 | 2016 | 2017 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Capacity | 1311 cc | 1311 cc | 1311 cc | 1311 cc | 1311 cc | 1311 cc |
| Dry weight | 303 kg | 303 kg | 303 kg | 303 kg | 303 kg | 303 kg |
| Seat height | 714 mm | 714 mm | 691 mm | 691 mm | 691 mm | 691 mm |
| Fuel capacity | 18.5 L | 18.5 L | 18.6 L | 18.6 L | 18.6 L | 18.6 L |
Illustrative - generated automatically by diffing the year records already on file, not a manufacturer-published changelog.
Rider Reviews
Common questions
What is the engine size of the Yamaha V Star 1300 Tourer?
The 2016 Yamaha V Star 1300 Tourer has a Capacity of 1311.0 ccm (80.00 cubic inches).
What engine power does the Yamaha V Star 1300 Tourer have?
The 2016 Yamaha V Star 1300 Tourer has a Power of 74.0 HP (54.4 kW).
How many gears does the Yamaha V Star 1300 Tourer have?
The 2016 Yamaha V Star 1300 Tourer has a Gearbox of 5-speed.
How much does the Yamaha V Star 1300 Tourer weigh?
The 2016 Yamaha V Star 1300 Tourer has a Dry weight of 303.0 kg (668.0 pounds).
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